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(Image source: WFOR ) BY BRIANA ALTERGOTT A thunderstorm in South Florida turned deadly when a lightning strike killed one man and sent two others to the hospital. The three men were reportedly power-washing an 18-wheeler when the storm hit. They tried to take cover under a tractor trailer — but it was too late. (Via WOGX ) Janet Suarez knew the drivers and let them park their trucks on her property. She and her son were close by in their home when they heard a deafening boom. “There was a big lightning strike, and one of the gentlemen that was outside came to say that someone was hit. We went outside, and all three of them were on the ground.” (Via WTVJ ) “All I could think of was keep patient and try as best as I can, to try to keep them alive as much as I can.” (Via WSVN ) Thirty-one-year-old Andres Telles, the owner of the truck, died at the scene despite multiple attempts to revive him. (Via WLTV ) The other two men were immediately transported to a local hospital with severe burns. They are both in stable condition and are expected to make full recoveries. (Via WFOR ) Miami-Dade police are still investigating whether the men were struck directly by the lightning or if the bolt hit the ground nearby. (Via WPTV ) The two survivors will remain in the hospital for observation for at least a few more days. Police say the tragedy should serve as a reminder to seek safe shelter during a storm.

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